Unrivaled perspectives on politics, foreign affairs, Roman Catholicism, the arts, music and beyond… with a touch of humor (except during Holy Week). Read by thousands around the world. News, Noticias, Notícias, Nouvelles, Actualidades, Actualités, Новости, 新聞

THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH: The Ringmaster and the 2016 Race for the White House

By Marielena Montesino de Stuart

NOTE: I am very touched by the overwhelming support of this article. Please continue to SHARE it– because the truth is contagious!

Whipping them into submission…

Adapted from a painting titled Portrait of Mr. Van Amburgh as he appeared with his animals at the London Theatres, by Sir Edwin Henry Landseer (1846-1847).

Idon’t think I can take another GOP presidential debate. Yesterday, Donald Trump looked like a ringmaster being attacked, not by two lions– but by a couple of pit bulls, in the form of Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz– while critical issues fell by the wayside.

Things got so out of hand last night– that Dr. Ben Carson, the brain surgeon, asked to be attacked so he could have a chance at saying something, as a presidential candidate in the arena.

The entire debate was centered on Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz attacking Trump. This made Rubio and Cruz look awkward– since they are more comfortable in their normal environment of reciting lines. Reciting lines is all Rubio and Cruz have time for at the end of the day, after compromising their future as public officials, by running after pro-LGBT donors and others with their own political agendas.

After seeking donations from pro-LGBT donors and voting in favor of confirming Todd M. Hughes (Obama’s “Gay”-activist judge)– Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio still have the nerve to tell us that they want to defend traditional marriage.

Thank God that at least Donald Trump, with all his imperfections, is not running after the powerful LGBT collective and other special interest groups. Donald Trump is funding his campaign with his own money.

Having said this, I strongly disagree with Donald Trump’s remarks about Planned Parenthood offering valuable health services to women– even though he has made it clear he will defund Planned Parenthood if they continue to conduct abortions. Planned Parenthood is so immersed in the field of abortion– that it is impossible to trust them. There are plenty of medical facilities across the United States where women can seek health services, without the need of walking into a Planned Parenthood center. Trump really needs help on this subject.

Donald Trump is also misinformed on the issue of Cuba— although it was not discussed in last night’s debate. Trump believes that Obama could have made a “better deal” or a “stronger deal” with Cuba.

The Communists in Cuba do not deserve deals. They need an offer they can’t refuse, which should result in freedom for the Cuban people– after more than half a century of death and destruction under a Communist dictatorship. Pressure works, NOT dialogue.

Here’s a quote from the Daily Caller interview of Donald Trump by Senior Editor, Jamie Weinstein (September 7, 2015“Donald Trump on his nuclear doctrine, democracy promotion and why he refuses to use the term Supreme Leader”):

TheDC: What do you think of the opening with Cuba? Do you think that is a good policy, or do you oppose America’s opening with Cuba?

Trump: I think it’s fine. I think it’s fine, but we should have made a better deal. The concept of opening with Cuba — 50 years is enough — the concept of opening with Cuba is fine. I think we should have made a stronger deal.

NELSON MANDELA and FIDEL CASTRO: Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio consider that Nelson Mandela was a great man.

Those of us who defend the unborn without exceptions– and advocate that marriage must be restricted to one man and one woman, know full well that there’s no one out there right now– who wants to win— who will come out in the middle of an election and confront these issues head on, considering the corrupt environment of the GOP. I did– during my campaign for the U.S. Senate in 2012 (on the ballot, Florida)— and I lost, but my position on these matters will always remain intact. My open and uncompromising defense of the unborn, without exceptions, as well as my denouncement of the homosexual collective was too much for the GOP establishment. Furthermore, my opinion on trade, Communist China and Sustainable Development did not endear me to the GOP pit bulls who line their pockets in these areas. Even my argument for a tougher stance on those doing business with Cuba was met with restrained approval by many Republicans.

Donald Trump knows full well that this so-called “debate” is nothing but entertainment for ratings– and Trump treats it as such– while Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz attack him. But even with my penchant for humor, having been a very hard working candidate myself, I would be very frustrated on that stage not being able to elaborate on critical issues that affect public policy, trade and foreign affairs. As such, these “debates” turn into a circus– and a string of missed opportunities.

Meanwhile, Trump’s approach seems to be working. In fact, so much so, that he even ordered Wolf Blitzer to “move on“– when Ted Cruz complained that Trump called him a liar. Blitzer immediately did as Trump ordered. He moved on.

Wolf Blitzer ended the event by saying, “Mr. Trump, thank you– and thanks to each of the candidates.”

It’s obvious that Donald J. Trump is the ringmaster, in what has become the greatest show on earth: the 2016 race for the White House.

The Greatest Show on Earth: The Ringmaster and the 2016 Race for the White House, Whipping them into Submission, Planned Parenthood, News, Nouvelles, Notizie, Noticias, Avortement, Current Events, Actualidades, Aborto, Abortion, Marriage between one man and one woman.

Use and/or duplication of this material in whole or in part is strictly prohibited, with the exception of one excerpt per article, which must be limited to 25 (twenty five) words, provided that full and clear credit is given to Marielena Montesino de Stuart.

The excerpt must include the link to the original content. Please follow additional detailed instructions under tab titled COPYRIGHT at the top of this page.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING?

CLICK TO JOIN:

Scan to view this blog on mobile device

CLICK ON IMAGE:

Marielena Speaks...

Angels We Have Heard on High The English version of the lyrics to the Christmas carol “Angels We Have Heard on High” was written in 1862 by James Chadwick, Roman Catholic Bishop of Hexham and Newcastle, England. The original music was a French song titled, Les Anges Dans Nos Campagnes. Bishop Chadwick’s lyrics are not […]

A Special Message on this Memorial Day As a survivor of Communism, I extend my deepest gratitude to all the soldiers who have died for our freedom, and to their families for the support that they gave their sons and daughters as they went into battle– never to see them alive again. The suffering of […]